Tag: national cybersecurity awareness month (NCSAM)

In this week’s episode, we’re celebrating Halloween and National Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a scary question: what happens when cybercriminals attack the technology we rely on? Recent cyberattacks have targeted power grids and Wi-Fi networks, but everyone, from organizations to individuals, can fight back with a complete cybersecurity suite that includes both website and endpoint security.

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) is observed every October to raise awareness around the importance of cybersecurity. As we head into a new month, we remain focused on promoting the importance of practicing vigilance about cybersecurity year-round.

At SiteLock, our mission is to help create a secure Internet for all users. Regardless of industry, age or education, cybersecurity concerns us all. Cyberattacks can impact individuals as young as children, and organizations as large as Yahoo. Learn from the examples we provide in this blog as SiteLock President, Neill Feather, weighs in on why cybersecurity should matter to you.

We live in a world where technology rules. From our phones to our cars, we are constantly connected to something, somewhere, at all times. In most cases, the convenience of technology enhances the quality of our lives. But as consumers, there are technology risks and threats we need to be aware (and beware) of. We don’t mean to spook you, but let’s talk about the scary side of the cyber world.

As part of our commitment to cybersecurity, SiteLock has developed a report in conjunction with Crowd Favorite to distinguish key website features that increase the likelihood of a website compromise. The report also includes five basic security steps all organizations should take to protect themselves from exposure and mitigate cyber risks. You can read a brief summary of the report below.

Cybersecurity continues to be an evolving challenge for website designers and developers. Everyday, hackers create new malware strains and perform sophisticated attacks that can devastate client websites.

SiteLock is promoting Cybersecurity Awareness Month and as a web designer or developer, it is imperative that you understand your role in the security of your clients’ websites. Many people assume that you are handling every aspect of the site, including its protection. Because of this, you must take action and understand how to provide that security.

At SiteLock, we too believe in creating a secure Internet for every individual. Beyond protecting websites, our goal is to teach all Internet users about cyber threats and risks. One way we do this is by attending various trade shows around the world to help raise awareness around the importance of cybersecurity.

OK, so there’s no such thing. But guess what? It’s still October, which means it’s still National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Close enough, right? That also means there’s still plenty of time to focus on the security housekeeping that’s crucial to the success and survival of your web presence.

Security is like profit – it’s not an option. And that’s even more important to remember if you rely heavily on your website, either to promote your business or to process orders.

You probably already know that October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, right? Of course every month should be cyber security awareness month because these days no business can afford to let its guard down. Not for a moment.

But because businesses and consumers are often too busy to think about security when it matters most, a national celebration was created as a reminder. And we’re celebrating NCSAM by sharing with you some of the most basic security options that are available to any small business.